2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT

The all-new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, featuring Chrysler's impressive 6.4L Hemi V8 powerplant with 470 hp, is enough to get any Mopar enthusiast's heart pounding. The super SRT-ified Jeep has been completely overhauled for 2014, with updated sheetmetal, state-of-the-art safety technologies and other upgrades designed to set it apart from other performance-based SUVs.

New features for the new 2014 Jeep SRT include an 8HP70 eight-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift capabilities and an innovative eco mode that optimizes the new transmission's shift schedule and furthers fuel economy gains by deactivating four cylinders when conditions allow. A towing capacity of up to 7,200 pounds is a 44 percent improvement over last year, and Jeep's improved and retuned Selec-Trac system delivers more torque to the rear wheels in Track Mode (other modes include Auto, Sport, Tow, and Snow). New standard launch control ensures a textbook launch and consistent acceleration performance.

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The exterior makeover includes a shortened, tougher-looking version of Jeep's traditional seven-slot upper grille with black screen insert. The grille is flanked by slimmer, adaptive, bi-xenon headlamps with a unique black background to distinguish it from its predecessors. Headlamp washers have also been incorporated into the headlamp housing for the first time. A more aggressive spoiler highlights the rear, and a new one-touch liftgate makes for easy access to the rear cargo area. The Grand Cherokee badge along the vehicle's sides has also been overhauled.

A new, leather-wrapped T-handle shifter resides in the console and allows the driver to select two driving modes, Drive and Sport. An SRT-exclusive heated three-spoke steering wheel with a flat bottom is designed and positioned to provide optimal view of the new gauge cluster. True carbon fiber trim accents sweep across the driver's door, instrument panel and front passenger door.

For those SRT enthusiasts who love their beats, the Jeep will feature an available 825-watt, 19-speaker premium SRT performance audio surround-sound system from Harman Kardon with world premier innovation, including a 32-volt tracking power supply (TPS) 12-channel Class D amplifier that delivers outstanding acoustics and brings multi-dimensional, quality sound for all interior occupants.

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In the suspension department, the Jeep offers short- and long-arm (SLA) independent front suspension with coil springs, Bilstein adaptive damping suspension (ADS), upper- and lower-control arms ("A" arms), and a stabilizer bar, while the rear suspension is a multi-link design with coil spring, Bilstein ADS, aluminum lower control arm, independent upper links (tension and camber), plus a separate toe link, and a stabilizer bar. The new Jeep stops on a dime - or in 116 feet from 60 mph - thanks to Brembo brakes all-around.

All of this while still delivering an impressive 470 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 465 lb-ft of torque at 4,300 rpm. And as always, the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT is built in Detroit.

"We're very happy with the long list of product and quality accolades the Jeep Grand Cherokee has earned," said Chrysler's Doug Betts in a statement announcing the new model. "But the most important feedback comes from customers telling us what they'd like to see improved. We are constantly looking at feedback and responding with improvements."

Owners of any Chrysler Group SRT vehicle are eligible to receive one day of professional driving instruction as part of the SRT Track Experience, designed to maximize their driving knowledge and skills on the street or track. Sessions are held throughout the year at selected tracks. For more information, visit http://drivesrt.com.

2014 SRT Viper Gets Stryker Green Treatment
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Diego Rosenberg
on January 12, 2014 SRT is introducing a special new high-impact color for the Viper that will make its debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Called Stryker Green.